Senior Technical Associate (Part-Time, Contract)

Role Overview

The Senior Technical Associate (Part-Time, Contract) assists in the ongoing monitoring and interpretation of new GAAP, and keeps informed of pending industry changes, trends, and best practices. Using their expertise, the Associate assesses the potential impact of these changes, drafts memos, and prepares position papers on the impact to client companies. The position offers support and training to accounting team members to implement new standards, policies and regulations within client companies.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Drafting private company financial statements and disclosures

Research and draft technical memoranda and accounting policies

Implementation of ASC 606 revenue standard

Implementation of ASC 842 lease standard

Implementation of Stock Based Compensation standards

Implementation of Equity Standards- stock compensation and warrant accounting

Understand technical accounting, FASB, and SEC rules and regulations

Global accounting activities including foreign currency and consolidations

Managing a client’s audit process and preparing audit support

Desired Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

6+ years of public accounting experience, Top 10 is highly preferred

Revenue recognition (experience with ASC 606 adoption)

Knowledge of ASC 606 and ability help our clients understand achievability of revenue forecasts

Equity (stock based compensation, preferred stock, EPS, warrants, etc.)

Consolidations (experience in consolidating multiple trial balances in various functional currencies)

Lease accounting (experience with ASC 842 adoption)

Debt issuances and debt modifications

Experience writing technical accounting memos

Experience managing US GAAP audits

Drafting private company financial statements with full footnote disclosures

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

CPA or CFA is required

Professional Attributes

Professional integrity

High energy and enthusiasm, with a strong commitment to exceeding client expectations

Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments, industries, and roles

Solution oriented, creative, and passionate about helping companies grow and scale

Confidence in professional aptitude and ability to effectively convey skills, knowledge, and qualifications to clients

Fast learner with high degree of curiosity

Team player with a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of Attivo

Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for startups and early-stage growth companies

Pay Rate
This range for this part-time, contract role is $150-$175 per hour depending on experience. Expected level of effort is approximately 20 hours per week. This position is not eligible for benefits.

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